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Facts and Figures

CIA World FactbookThis site provides a "snapshot" of the world with each updated. To that end, there are various world maps; appendices of organizations, international agreements, geographic names and lists of foreign leaders.

USDA-ARS Image GalleryThis site contains many current and historical photos from the USDA Agricultural Research Service. Many of the images contained in the libraries are public domain, but have rules regarding credits and use. Details and contact information are provided with each photo.

Language, Documentation and Style Guides

Acronym FinderFind out what PDQ stands for ASAP by using Acronym Finder. Just type in an acronym and the site generates a list of the most common meanings.

Common Errors in EnglishThis site, maintained by a Washington State University English professor, helps writers point out word usage issues. For example, find out when to use "sometime" and when to use "some time."

Merriam-Webster OnlineThis site combines the popular dictionary and thesaurus online. Fun, word-related feature articles are also posted occasionally.

The Oxford English DictionaryThis is the online version of the venerable granddaddy of lexicography. Look up words to find their current definitions as well as their definitions in 1458. Requires a subscription, but Purdue has one, so you're all set if logging on from a Purdue server.

Purdue Extension Style GuideThis document provides the official guidelines for using and applying the Purdue Extension brand on all communications.

Purdue Marketing & Media Editorial Style GuideThis is the "official" style guide for Purdue University. It is structured much like The Associated Press Stylebook, and lays down such standards as how to list course and department names.

Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL)This site offers handouts and materials on all sorts of writing topics (from grammar and punctuation rules to professional writing advice). The site also offers e-mail tutoring for brief questions and a weekly newsletter.